During the Interview:

Make a good first impression: - Turn off your cell phone - Smile, offer a firm handshake, make eye contact and introduce yourself using your first and last name - Establish yourself immediately as prepared and confident

Keep answers brief and to the point ― If in doubt, you can always ask, “Does that fully answer your question?”

If you lack experience in an area the interviewer asks about, say so, but go on to describe similar experiences or examples indicating your willingness and ability to learn new things

Never bad-mouth previous employers or co-workers

Your interviewer may ask if you have any final questions or comments ― Take that opportunity to ask thoughtful questions or make a final, compelling personal sales pitch. Express confidence in your ability to succeed at the job and your excitement about the opportunity

At the close of the interview, get the interviewer’s business card and offer another firm handshake ― Ask about the next steps in the interview process